Sillimanite and Anorthite Physical Properties
Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
3.20-3.26
2.77
Fracture
Splintery
Uneven, Uneven, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Cleavage
{010} perfect
Perfect [001] good [010] poor [110]
Mohs Hardness
6-7.5
6-6.5
Chemical Composition
Al 2SiO 5Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
CaAl 2Si 2O 8Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Sillimanite and Anorthite Chemical Formula
While comparing Sillimanite and Anorthite physical properties, the important data you should know is its chemical composition. Since chemical formula defines the molecular structure of the crystal, most of the physical properties like color, tenacity, solubility are governed by Sillimanite and Anorthite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Sillimanite- Al 2SiO 5Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
- Chemical formula of Anorthite- CaAl 2Si 2O 8Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Sillimanite and Anorthite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Sillimanite and Anorthite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Sillimanite and Anorthite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Sillimanite is 2.77 whereas that of Anorthite is 2.77.